KOGUJA Banknotes Catalog

1 kwacha 1988 — Malawi ( Pick: 19 )

Region: Africa
Front side
1 kwacha Malawi 1988 — Front side
Back side
1 kwacha Malawi 1988 — Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 1 kwacha issued in Malawi in 1988. It is cataloged under Pick number 19.

The note features a deep green color on a multicolor underprint and is printed on paper. Its dimensions are 168 x 92 mm. The note is signed by Lyoond Chakakala Chaziya and Stephen Chimwemwe Hara.

Additional details include the note being printed by De La Rue in London, United Kingdom. The specific amount produced is not specified. The sixth presidential election in Malawi took place in 1994, marking a shift to a multiparty system.

Specifications

Signed by
Lyoond Chakakala Chaziya (Governor 1984-1986), Stephen Chimwemwe Hara (Governor 1986-1988)
Date of issue
1 March 1986
Printing office
De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
Paper
Paper
Colour
Deep green on multicolor underprint
Dimensions
168 x 92 mm
Amount produced
Not specified
Pick catalog
19

About this banknote

The Reserve Bank of Malawi issued the 1 Kwacha banknote series in 1988. This series was introduced under the governance of Stephen Chimwemwe Hara, who served as the Governor from 1986 to 1988. The notes were printed by De La Rue in London, a prominent printing firm known for producing secure currency.

The front of the note features a portrait alongside a depiction of fishermen on a lake, with the denomination prominently displayed. The back side illustrates agricultural workers in a tobacco field. The note measures 168 x 92 mm and is printed on paper in deep green with a multicolor underprint. This particular note is cataloged as Pick 19.

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